きんこう近郊kinkou
1.
An area located near a city or town, typically characterized by residential neighborhoods and amenities that serve those living just outside the urban core.
2.
The regions that lie immediately beyond the boundaries of an urban center, often featuring a combination of residential, commercial, and green spaces, distinct from the densely built-up city center.
3.
Portions of land that are in proximity to a major city, often associated with lower population density and a more suburban lifestyle compared to the inner city.
Example:
彼は東京近郊に住んでいる。